Match Group's latest survey shows that U.S. singles are open to AI support in dating, but not to letting technology replace human connection. The company, which owns Tinder, Hinge and OkCupid, surveyed 1,000 people aged 18 to 39 to understand how they view AI in romantic life.
The results point to a cautious mindset. 47% of respondents said they feel negatively about AI being used in dating. Around 40% said they would not date someone who uses an AI companion app, and that share rises to 51% among women aged 18 to 24. At the same time, Match found that 64% of singles can see practical value in AI during the dating process.
The message is nuanced: users are willing to let AI help with profile writing, photo selection or starting conversations, but they want the emotional side of dating to stay human. Match summarized that view as a preference for help with the difficult parts, while keeping the real connection in the hands of people.
The survey also reflects a broader shift across the dating industry, where apps are testing new AI tools to make matchmaking smoother and communication easier. Even so, the findings suggest that trust, authenticity and personal chemistry remain the core expectations of digital dating.
As AI becomes more embedded in everyday platforms, dating apps may evolve toward a model where technology supports connection without defining it, shaping a more balanced future for online relationships.